Title: Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins Holiday home in Taumarunui with fireplace ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113389000/113388960/8fdcc945.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113389000/113388960/c0dd485f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113389000/113388960/cda3f1d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113389000/113388960/86e7c505.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113390000/113389000/113388960/0495f2d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Free WiFi £175 includes taxes & fees 18 Oct - 19 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins You will love the location of this place, close to the adventure activities, Tongorriro crossing, Timber trail, lost world, 5 min walk into town, train station, shops, parks, river and more. The house is warm and dry, newly decorated, cosy fire place that burns all day. All your needs for a great stay. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34617700/34617669/c1be3e31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverlea Cottage and Art Stay Taumarunui Ruapehu Taumarunui - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=34617669&PinnedHotelID=34617669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95940000/95931300/95931241/117638cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BOOK A PUB !!SLEEPS UP TO 26/WARM /HEAPS OF SPACE/SELF CONTAINED/ /FAMILY/GROUPS Ōwhango - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available - Microwave 8.0 Very good 1 review £251 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=95931241&PinnedHotelID=95931241&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99390000/99387400/99387314/4e0f0102.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilltop retreat overlooking the Old Forgotten Highway in adventure playground Taumarunui - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=99387314&PinnedHotelID=99387314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108780000/108774800/108774795/6ddbdca8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded hilltop retreat with luxury and comfort. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Taumarunui is home to this holiday home. Taumarunui Golf Course and Epic Cycle Adventures are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Taumarunui Domain and Rangaroa Domain. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby. 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This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taumarunui-Hotels-Funski-Lodge.h113388960.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins located? > Situated in Taumarunui, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Taumarunui Domain, Rangaroa Domain and Hakiaha Street. Taumarunui Hospital and Taumarunui Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Funski Lodge, sleeps 10, Where Adventure Begins Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek B. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great loction we where down for golf and squash was a great location ##### Derek B. 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